Eyes on the prize. In the late summer and early fall, Black Bears enter a phase called hyperphagia. They will constantly feed on berries, acorns, insects, and even carrion when given the opportunity. Black Bears are opportunistic omnivores and will consume up to 20,000 calories a day.
Eyes on the prize. In the late summer and early fall, Black Bears enter a phase called hyperphagia. They will constantly feed on berries, acorns, insects, and even carrion when given the opportunity. Black Bears are opportunistic omnivores and will consume up to 20,000 calories a day.